Junior Purchasing Agent

Overview

Imperial Dade is the leading distributor of foodservice packaging and facilities maintenance supplies and equipment in the U.S., Canada, Puerto Rico, and the Caribbean. As a provider of customized supply chain solutions, the company serves customers in various business-to-business market segments including supermarkets, grocers, healthcare facilities, and restaurants.

Responsibilities

• Manage creation, release and tracking of purchase orders with source suppliers
• Manage the creation and maintenance of all items for assigned vendor lines across multiple warehouses
• Maintain a clear line of communication with both suppliers and the Sales team, to validate orders for key items and special needs, and to gain insights on the customer needs
• Negotiate and resolve performance issues having an impact on costs and customer service
• Expedite or defer orders as required based on inventory requirements in each location
• Utilize existing tools and systems to analyze and take action on current inventory positions and trends
• Develop a relationship with the entire Buying team in order to effectively understand our products and the relationships with our source suppliers

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field preferred
• Purchasing experience highly preferred; exposure and experience to supply chain, purchasing concepts, or inventory management is required
• Computer literacy: Highly proficient in Microsoft Excel. An aptitude to learn other technical applications quickly
• Research, select, and purchase the right items / Dry Goods to fit the needs of our customers
• Collaborative approach: Able to build effective relationships with our Sales team, Buying team, source suppliers, and other business partners
• Strong organizational skills: Attention to detail, urgency to follow up on open issues and drive toward closure, and simultaneously manage multiple tasks

Qualifications

• Education and experience

Skills

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities

Benefits

• Full-time Salary: $55,000 to 65,000 per year
• Schedule: Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM
• Competitive salaries and benefits (medical, dental, vision)
• 401(k) program with company match
• Lifetime life insurance
• A generous paid time off package
• Education reimbursement
• Paid family leave
• Adoption assistance

Pay

• Full-time Salary: $55,000 to 65,000 per year

Schedule

• Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM

Company Information

• Imperial Brady is an EEO Employer
• We are excited to invite talented individuals with a passion for excellence to join our team
• We are a Fair Chance employer, committed to providing opportunities for qualified individuals with past justice system involvement